Redleg Nation Radio

Hosted by Chad Dotson (Redleg Nation, Cincinnati Magazine, ESPN) and a rotating cast of characters, including Reds writers, broadcasters, players and former players, Redleg Nation Radio is the #1 Cincinnati Reds podcast on the interwebs.
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Chad Dotson was joined by Doug Gray again this week, and the topic of the show was whether Phillip Ervin -- who has returned to the big leagues with a vengeance this week -- has a chance to unseat Billy Hamilton as the starting center fielder for the Cincinnati Reds. The guys also discussed the incredible season we're witnessing from Joey Votto, and whether the Reds should bring back Zack Cozart in 2018.

Chad Dotson was joined by Doug Gray for another rousing discussion of Reds prospects, from Triple-A down to the rookie league. Among the burning questions were: Is Nick Senzel ready now and, if so, where does he play? Are the Reds making a mistake in how they are handling phenom #1 pick Hunter Greene? Should the Reds call up Tyler Mahle this September? Plus, we did a deep dive into the slew of Reds pitching prospects to see if we learned anything this year.

The guys also talked about the proposed lineup for 2018 and beyond, and that's a conversation that can cause a Reds fan to be optimistic. Things are looking pretty good on that front.

We're back with another episode of Redleg Nation Radio, featuring Chad Dotson and Jason Linden talking about the current state of the Reds. The first question answered: which of the current pitchers can the Reds count on to be members of the 2017 rotation? Jason has a couple of surprising answers to that question, while Chad tried to keep the discussion rational. (Johnny Cueto?)

The guys also talked about the proposed lineup for 2018 and beyond, and that's a conversation that can cause a Reds fan to be optimistic. Things are looking pretty good on that front.

This was a fun one. Chad Dotson was joined this week by Joe Oliver. You will all remember Oliver as a longtime catcher for the Cincinnati Reds, and the hero of Game 2 of the 1990 World Series, when he collected a legendary walk-off hit to give the Reds a 2-0 advantage over the Oakland Athletics. In this episode, Oliver recalls his memories of that team and his time in Cincinnati, and gets us up-to-date on his current duties as a minor league manager on the path back to the big leagues.

Chad Dotson and Jason Linden get together again this week to discuss the resurgent Reds, a newly-adequate starting rotation, and Sal Romano's return to the big leagues. Plus, an admiring discussion of Cincinnati's two National League All-Stars, Zack Cozart and Joey Votto.

Finally, we answered all your questions on every topic, Reds-related and otherwise. Some of the questions were, ummmm...interesting.

Chad Dotson and Bill Lack are back on <em>Redleg Nation Radio</em> for another fun episode. The guys began by talking about Homer Bailey, a discussion that morphed into a look at all the young pitching talent in the Cincinnati Reds organization. Other questions answered:

--Who should be leading off? --How can the Reds get Jesse Winker more at-bats? --Should the Redlegs send Jose Peraza to Triple-A? --Which Reds are going to make the National League All-Star team?

Chad Dotson and Jason Linden are back again for another scintillating episode of Redleg Nation Radio. The guys keep trying to be optimistic, but the Reds continue to beat them down. After losing 12 of 13, Chad and Jason talk about the dumpster fire that is the Reds starting rotation, and analyze whether there is any hope for a turnaround in the near future. On a more positive note, they discuss a Reds offense that, somehow, caused Jason to compare the 2017 Reds to the Big Red Machine. Believe it or not!

Everything you need to know about Cincinnati's 2017 draft class! Chad Dotson was joined this week by Doug Gray of RedsMinorLeagues.com for an in-depth discussion of this week's MLB Draft. The guys looked at the elite potential of first-rounder (and Sports Illustrated cover boy) Hunter Greene and the cool story behind #2 pick Jeter Downs. Plus, an examination of all the fantastic names drafted by the Reds, and Chad laments the fact that GM Dick Williams didn't select a single Virginia Cavalier this year.

On the heels of one of the most exciting weeks the Reds have enjoyed in recent years, Chad Dotson and Jason Linden had a lot to discuss on the most recent episode of Redleg Nation Radio. Scooter Gennett's 4-HR heroics were the highlight of the week, but a big sweep of the hated Cardinals propelled the Reds ever closer to first place. Are you not entertained?

To begin today's podcast, Chad Dotson talked about the glorious return of Devin Mesoraco, then went on a little rant about Brandon Phillips and his comments upon returning to Cincinnati for the first time. In addition, Chad was joined by Tom Van Riper, author of Cincinnati Red and Dodger Blue, a new book that looks at the Reds-Dodgers rivalry of the 1970s and 80s.

Tom will be signing his book at the Barnes and Noble in Newport, KY on Saturday, June 17, 2017 at noon; he'll also be at the Waterstone B&N at 3pm that day. Go meet Tom and tell him Redleg Nation sent you.

Chad Dotson and Jason Linden discuss the potent Cincinnati Reds offense, the mostly-injured Cincinnati Reds rotation, and identify the one thing that is standing between this Reds team and the playoffs.

This week, Chad was joined by Doug Gray of RedsMinorLeagues.com to discuss everything you need to know about the Cincinnati Reds farm system. It's a rousing discussion of all of the club's top prospects, though Chad kept interrupting the conversation to sing the praises of Billy Hamilton. What's that all about?

Chad Dotson and Jason Linden got together once again to discuss the ol' Cincinnati Reds. The guys assess where the Redlegs are after a hot start, then a cold spell, with discussion centering on the young starters. Plus, Chad and Jason analyze the outfield, and ask the question: should Billy Hamilton be traded?

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Cincinnati Reds general manager Dick Williams is the guest on this episode of the podcast. Dick joined Chad Dotson to discuss where the Reds are on the "success cycle," whether Michael Lorenzen will ever be a starting pitcher again, and everything else about the 2017 Reds. Plus, Chad couldn't resist asking about Billy Hamilton: 2017 All-Star.

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Chad Dotson and Jason Linden got a little excited over the Cincinnati Reds' hot start to the 2017 season in this episode of Redleg Nation Radio. Most importantly, Jason made some bold predictions about young starting pitcher Amir Garrett, third baseman Eugenio Suarez, and our favorite team's playoff chances. Enjoy!

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For the first time, Redleg Nation and Red Reporter got together to discuss the latest news surrounding the Cincinnati Reds. Chad Dotson was joined by Red Reporter's BK to talk about the Reds' surprising roster decisions, including the addition of Scooter Gennett, and Rookie Davis/Amir Garrett making the Opening Day starting rotation. Also: should we be worried that Cody Reed and Robert Stephenson have been banished to the bullpen for now?

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Isn't it time to let the kids shine in Cincinnati? Chad Dotson and Jason Linden discuss the suggestion, made in the digital pages of Redleg Nation this week, that the Reds should give rotation spots to the kids in the competition -- Brandon Finnegan, Amir Garrett, Cody Reed, Robert Stephenson, Rookie Davis, and/or Sal Romano.

The answer? It's complicated.

Chad and Jason also look at some potential surprise picks to make the Reds Opening Day roster and discuss all the spring training news surrounding the ol' Redlegs. Plus: showering advice for Raisel Iglesias.

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Fox Sports baseball analyst Chris Welsh -- who has been broadcasting Reds games for 25 years -- joined this week's host, Bill Lack, for a discussion of everything you need to know about the state of the Reds as spring training is well under way. They also talked about Chris' new website, Baseball Rules Academy, which just launched.

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Really fun episode of the podcast this week, as Chad Dotson was joined by Ropeadope Records recording artist, superhero-movie geek, and obsessive Reds fan, Freekbass. Freekbass told us about performing at RedsFest (and getting to know Bronson Arroyo), his experiences being a Cincinnati Reds fan for life, his predictions for the 2017 season, and -- of course -- his memorable "Reds Fan" song and video.

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It's time to get optimistic, Reds fans! Jason Linden joined Chad Dotson for the latest edition of the Redleg Nation Radio podcast, and they're talking best-case scenarios. What if everything went absolutely right for the Cincinnati Reds in 2017? (Hint: it would be fun.)

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Chad Dotson was joined by Joel Luckhaupt for a special BREAKING NEWS edition of the podcast. Long-time Reds second baseman Brandon Phillips has been traded to the Atlanta Braves for two minor leaguers. Joel and Chad discuss what this means for the Reds in 2017 and beyond, and look back at the memorable career of one of the best second basemen in Cincinnati history.

We're back! It's the 2017 season of Redleg Nation Radio and we begin with some somber news: Homer Bailey has undergone another surgery on his elbow and won't be available by Opening Day. Jason Linden joins Chad Dotson for this episode, and the guys try very hard to remain optimistic as they address the various pitching scenarios facing the 2017 Cincinnati Reds. Enjoy!

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